Scotland's Scottish Borders: Scenic Roads Worth Riding Before You Rush to the Highlands

Are the Scottish Borders an area close to Edinburgh?

Lodging probably costs less there than up north too — maybe a hidden advantage of the Borders.

The UK's weather changes so fast that if you're chasing scenery, it really comes down to luck.

Curious exactly which named routes are actually featured.

Southern Scotland doesn't get as much attention as the north, but I hear the road quality itself has a good reputation.

It's a common pattern — everyone rushes straight for the Highlands and drives right past a genuinely great road along the way.